Preschool Van Driver and Teacher

Kiddie Academy of Midtown; Rancho Cucamonga (CA); On-site; USD 30,000 - 45,000; Full time

Job summary

Kiddie Academy of Midtown is seeking a Vehicle Driver and School Age Preschool Teacher to safely transport children to school and summer camp trips. This role requires a valid driver's license and a strong background in preschool education.

The ideal candidate will have experience as a Preschool Teacher, excellent communication skills, and the ability to engage with young children effectively.

Responsibilities include ensuring the safety of children during transport and completing necessary vehicle checks.

Qualifications

• Candidates must have a valid driver's license and knowledge of Department of Transportation Guidelines for transporting children.
• Must meet all state and local requirements for the position, including Motor Vehicle Administration Check.
• Must be able to lift no less than 40 pounds consistently throughout the workday.

Responsibilities

• Drives vehicle to transport children to and from school and summer camp trips.
• Assists children entering and exiting a vehicle.
• Ensures children are secured in individual seat belts before starting the engine.
• Completes Daily Vehicle Checklist and reports maintenance needs.
• May assist teachers in supervising children as required.

Skills

Proven experience as a Preschool Teacher

Understanding of child development

Excellent communication skills

Certification in child CPR

Valid teaching permit/credential

Education

B.A./B.S. in Education or equivalent experience

Job description

Job Title

Vehicle Driver and School Age Preschool Teacher

Overview

Position description and responsibilities for vehicle operation and school-age preschool instruction as part of Kiddie Academy's program.

Job Summary

Drives and maintains approved vehicles to transport children to and from school and Summer Camp field trips.

Essential Functions

• Drives approved vehicle to and from the academy and specified pick-up sites according to assigned route and schedule.
• Assists children as necessary in entering and exiting a vehicle.
• Takes attendance of children at each pick-up location. Ensure all children are accounted for. Follow the Van Procedures Agreement.
• Maintains a copy of enrollment records for each school-age child in vehicle with complete and updated emergency card information and child\'s photo.
• Ensures that all children are secured in an individual seat belt before the engine is started, if available. Regulates heating, lighting and ventilating for passenger comfort.
• Complies with local traffic regulations. Reports delays or accidents.
• Completes Daily Vehicle Checklist.
• Notifies the Director when maintenance is needed. Takes a vehicle for quarterly maintenance.
• Inspects vehicles and checks gasoline, oil, and water before departure.
• Cleans and services vehicles with fuel, lubricants, and accessories; checks tire pressure and adjusts mirrors.
• Keeps record of field trips and number of children.
• May assist teachers in supervising children as required.

Skills & Qualifications

• Proven experience as a Preschool Teacher.
• Strong understanding of child development and preschool educational methods.
• Ability to engage and earn the trust of young children.
• Excellent communication skills, both with children and parents.
• Calm, friendly, reliable, and a natural mediator between children.
• Certification in child CPR.
• B.A./B.S. in Education or a related field, or equivalent experience.
• A valid teaching permit or credential from the Commission on Teacher Credentialing (e.g., Child Development Master Teacher Permit, or similar).

Additional Responsibilities

Performs other similar or related duties as necessary.

Job Qualifications

• Candidates must have a valid driver’s license and knowledge of all Department of Transportation Guidelines for the transporting of children.
• Must meet all state and local requirements for the position, including Motor Vehicle Administration Check, physical and Criminal Background Check.
• Must be able to lift no less than 40 pounds on a consistent basis throughout the workday to at least waist height.